2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
